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The Best of 702 Weekend Breakfast

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6:54

Small Business: From kitchen to shelf: The Chuck...

The Best of 702 Weekend Breakfast ·

2026/04/25

Gugs Mhlungu chats to Tshepiso Manyoha, COO and Co-founder at Chuck Chilli foods,about the origins of the business, the inspiration behind it, and how it has grown and evolved over time. They also explore the brand’s focus on chilli-based foods and how listeners can access its products and services. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range

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13:28

Food Feature: Hearty meals for chilly days

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2026/04/25

Gugs Mhlungu is joined by Fehmida ‘Fehmz’ Jordaan, Chef, Author and Johannesbug-based foodie, sharing the best, comforting recipe ideas perfect for cold, rainy weather, including Moroccan-inspired dishes like haleem and baklava. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health, and fitness to books, motoring,

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15:44

Motoring feature: GWM ORA and WEY V9X coming to SA:...

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2026/04/25

Gugs Mhlunguchats to Kumbi Mtshakazi, Resident motoring enthusiast, about the latest new cars coming to South Africa, including the GWM Ora 5 compact SUV and the WEYV9X . They unpack its petrol, hybrid and electric options, and what its arrival signals for the evolving local motoring market. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from

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19:08

Health Feature: Malaria on the rise: Should we be...

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2026/04/25

Gugs Mhlungu speaks toDr Asafika Mbangatha, Family medicine specialist, discussing growing concern around malaria cases, and how climate change, recent severe floods, and shifting weather patterns are contributing to its rise. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health, and fitness to books, motoring, cooking,

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15:15

Fitness: The power of Fast-twitch muscle fibres in...

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2026/04/25

Gugs Mhlungu speaks toLesley Meyer, Physiotherapist & extraordinary lecturer at University of Pretoria, unpacking what fast-twitch muscle fibres are, why they matter, and how to effectively build and strengthen them. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health, and fitness to books, motoring, cooking, culture, and

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11:42

Music Corner: Fela Kuti makes history: Africa’s...

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2026/04/20

Gugs Mhlungu is joined byDr. Sheldon Leal, musicologist and Academic Registrar at the Academy of Sound Engineering, about Fela Kuti’s induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame alongside artists such as Sade and Luther Vandross. They discuss how this reflects changing music trends and marks a significant recognition of Africa’s influential musicians and their global impact. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up

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28:25

Wellness: Childhood fears that follow us into adulthood

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2026/04/19

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with resident clinical psychologist Dr Khosi Jiyane, about childhood fears that can persist into adulthood. They explore the origins of these fears, how to distinguish between fear and phobias, and ways to overcome them. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health, and fitness to books, motoring,

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37:24

In the Profile: Zoë Modiga

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2026/04/19

Gugs Mhlungu speaks to Zoë Modiga, Award-winning singer, songwriter and performer, about the music that shaped her upbringing and how it influenced her unique sound. She reflects on growing up in different parts of South Africa, her commitment to mentorship and giving back, and discusses her new albumVault. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers

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6:17

Film & TV: Justice or Vengeance? Breaking down...

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2026/04/19

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Alex Yazbek, Award-winning director and writer, about the newly released Netflix film180. They discuss the film’s standout cast, the inspiration behind its storyline, and what viewers can expect from it. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health, and fitness to books, motoring, cooking,

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9:36

Sustainable Living: What to grow as we head into...

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2026/04/19

Gugs Mhlungu is joined by Dr Cary Goodwin, Gardening expert & plant lover at Colourful Splendour in Part 2, focusing on what to grow as the new season approaches. They explore planting requirements, tips for nurturing healthy plants, and respond to listener questions. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health,

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10:32

Personal Finance: Gambling as a financial lifeline? A...

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2026/04/19

Gugs Mhlungu is joined by Paul Roelofse, resident Certified Financial Planner, looking at the rising trend of people turning to gambling to get through the month. Their discussion highlights the deeper issues of high living costs, mounting debt, and the desperation many face in trying to survive. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from

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14:12

Newspapers: DJ Drug wars and Minister Sisisi Tolashe...

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2026/04/19

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Makhudu Sefara, editor of the Sunday Times and TimesLIVE, about key stories from the Sunday Times, including allegations in an affidavit linking South Africa’s nightclub scene to organised drug networks, as well as concerns over Minister Sisisi Tolashe’s decision to register vehicles intended for the ANC Women’s League in her children’s names. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend

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21:25

The Nature Diary: World Earth Day 2026: Looking at...

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2026/04/19

Gugs Mhlungu chats with Resident CSI and conservationist Tim Neary and Angus Burns, senior manager of WWF’s Land and Biodiversity Stewardship Programme, about Angus’s passion for photography and conservation. They discuss the importance of biodiversity and sustainable living in caring for the planet, in recognition of World Earth Day. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for

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20:44

Healthy living: The hidden impact of cannabis on...

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2026/04/19

Gugs Mhlungu is joined by Dr Siya Yekani, a registrar in urology, discussing how cannabis can affect sperm health, including reduced motility, altered shape, and lower libido, as well as potential risks to pregnancy. They also discuss how these effects may be reversible with reduced use and healthier habits. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers

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16:35

Literature Corner: Butterfly Heart: Friendship, loss...

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2026/04/18

Gugs Mhlungu speaks to LaluMokuku, Multilingual storyteller, playwright& performer, about her latest literary offeringButterfly Heartand how the book exploresfriendship, illness, loss and healing through the bond between two young girls, Neo and Mosa, and the enduring power of memory and love. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from

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7:51

Happening in the Arts Celestial Bodies: Translating...

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2026/04/18

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Dr Luca Pontiggia,physicist, data scientist and co-founder of Universe on Stage, aboutCelestial Bodies,the interdisciplinary production with Joburg Ballet at the UJ Arts Centre that explores the connection between the cosmos, science and movement through dance, music and narration. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range

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22:49

Future Of: Understanding hot Jupiters and their place...

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2026/04/18

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Dr Daniel Cunnama - Science Engagement Astronomerat the South African Astronomical Observatory (SAAO),about hot Jupiters, what they are, how they form, and the role these extreme exoplanets play in helping scientists better understand the wider universe and planetary systems beyond our own. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs

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21:59

Parenting: The art of Learning, Unlearning and...

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2026/04/18

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Nikki Bush, resident human potential and parenting expert, about learning, unlearning and relearning, and how these shape both children and adults, exploring the brain-body connection in learning, the concept of neuroplasticity, and why resistance and difficulty can actually strengthen growth and development. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend

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7:11

Happening in 702 Land: Where dance meets data: The...

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2026/04/18

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Otto Andile Nhlapo, Vuyani Dance Theatre’s Assistant Artistic Director and Choreographer, aboutCODE/DNA, a new interdisciplinary dance production exploring memory, identity and the body as an archive through movement, music and multimedia. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health, and

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7:12

Small Business: Inside Darling Sweet: Where toffee,...

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2026/04/18

Gugs Mhlungu chats to Frits van Reneveld, General Manager at Darling Sweet about the Western Cape confectionery’s journey from a simple idea to a nationally recognised brand, and its range of toffees, caramels, fudge, toffee spreads, and gift boxes. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health, and fitness to

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